neutering...yay or nay?

[OntarioSheltie]

I think it is cruel not to neuter if you're not planning to breed (for males anyway, not so much females). The frustration of not being allowed to breed when they're having hormonal urges is a large part of what drives aggression, especially toward other dogs.

 

[BarbV]

I think it is cruel not to neuter if you're not planning to breed (for males anyway, not so much females). The frustration of not being allowed to breed when they're having hormonal urges is a large part of what drives aggression, especially toward other dogs.

I would agree with that too!

Kinda of like when I was done having kids....Bring on the menopause or take my ovaries, I don't care! I just don't need this monthly torture anymore! (I apologize in advance, to the men on this forum!)

 

[SunChaser]

I'm sure you know what I'm going to say. An un-neutered dog can produce puppies with an intact female... You can't stop nature from taking it's course. I see too many people with your same ideas.. They don't neuter their dogs and as a consequence I end up with an unwanted or what is known as an "OOPS" litter of mixed or if I'm to be so lucky purebred sheltie puppies. It could have been avoided by simply neutering/spaying the dogs!!

I say if you are not going to finish him in conformation and title him so you can breed him then neuter him! It will not change his personality.

Thanks for letting me get on my soap box....

Hugs
Judy

 

[Becky1]

Thanks for your support!

The boys came home from the vets looking very sorry for themselves yesterday. It was a bit sad and unexpected. Also I didn't realize they wouldn't be able to go for walks for 5 days, and for the next 5 days on the leash only. I was so engrossed in the run-up decision I didn't even think about the immediate aftercare, duh. But for them the worst part is over now.

Piper was walking about and acting normally within a few hours, but Howard is very lethargic still today. They are both getting lots of hugs and treats (even more than usual, lol) and I just hope Howard bounces back soon. We have a neck cone but neither are licking the wound too much, which is good.

It will be interesting to note any behavioral changes although I realize it will be several weeks before the testosterone leaves their bodies. I am feeling better about the decision though... thank you everyone for sharing your thoughts, this has really helped.

 

[RonandJan]

I would agree with that too!

Kinda of like when I was done having kids....Bring on the menopause or take my ovaries, I don't care! I just don't need this monthly torture anymore! (I apologize in advance, to the men on this forum!)

Too Funny!!! Ron just laughed and then went back to his paper!

 

[BarbV]

I'm sure you know what I'm going to say. An un-neutered dog can produce puppies with an intact female... You can't stop nature from taking it's course. I see too many people with your same ideas.. They don't neuter their dogs and as a consequence I end up with an unwanted or what is known as an "OOPS" litter of mixed or if I'm to be so lucky purebred sheltie puppies. It could have been avoided by simply neutering/spaying the dogs!!

I say if you are not going to finish him in conformation and title him so you can breed him then neuter him! It will not change his personality.

Thanks for letting me get on my soap box....

Hugs
Judy

Soap Box Away!

You have my support, totally!

 

[mcguiregirl2248]

I would agree with that too!

Kinda of like when I was done having kids....Bring on the menopause or take my ovaries, I don't care! I just don't need this monthly torture anymore! (I apologize in advance, to the men on this forum!)

Barb, I couldn't agree more!! I love these new 3 month long B/C pills!!!

But as for the dogs, I'm glad to hear that they are doing well. Sometimes the effects take longer to wear off of some dogs than others. I hope things continue to go well!

 

[Chris]

Beckon isn't being neutered because he may show and because he was the only puppy of the Niya/Musashi breeding -- we want to preserve that bloodline.

But I think Brad is relieved.

 

[BarbV]

Thanks for your support!

The boys came home from the vets looking very sorry for themselves yesterday. It was a bit sad and unexpected. Also I didn't realize they wouldn't be able to go for walks for 5 days, and for the next 5 days on the leash only. I was so engrossed in the run-up decision I didn't even think about the immediate aftercare, duh. But for them the worst part is over now.

Piper was walking about and acting normally within a few hours, but Howard is very lethargic still today. They are both getting lots of hugs and treats (even more than usual, lol) and I just hope Howard bounces back soon. We have a neck cone but neither are licking the wound too much, which is good.

It will be interesting to note any behavioral changes although I realize it will be several weeks before the testosterone leaves their bodies. I am feeling better about the decision though... thank you everyone for sharing your thoughts, this has really helped.

Changes in behaviour? Well, I and my furniture don't get humped any more. And the dogs don't hump each other. But is is there any other change in how they play or interact? Unfortunately not! They are still both possesive over me and toys and food.

I'm not sure if thats a good or bad thing! Or just a dog thing.